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Franklin County Schools face funding challenges after voters reject sales tax referendum

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — Franklin County Public Schools is facing difficult funding decisions after voters rejected a proposed 1-cent sales tax referendum that school leaders hoped would help pay for major school upgrades and additional safety features. According to the Virginia Department of Elections, voters overwhelmingly shot down...

Franklin County, VA · 2d

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Tunstall football clinches regional berth in OT; volleyball defeats Hidden Valley, falls to defending state champs

The Tunstall football team (5-5) pulled off a 20-14 win in an overtime thriller on Senior Night against Mecklenburg County and will advance to regional play for the first time in eight years. After a huge defensive stop in overtime followed by a 15-yard penalty that put the Trojans starting back on the 25 yard line, quarterback Shamus Ryan scrambled and found Carter Thompson in the endzone for the win on the third down.

Dry Fork, VA · 19h

The Stokes News

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Planting the Future: NC Farm School 2027

DANBURY — The NC Cooperative Extension is officially accepting applications for its upcoming NC Farm School programs in the Western Piedmont region. Designed for new, aspiring, and transitioning farmers, NC Farm School equips agricultural entrepreneurs with business planning tools, strategic concepts, and one-on-one planning help to launch and sustain profitable farm businesses. The Western Piedmont 2027 Program offers a combination of classroom instruction and on-farm visits for one full day of business ideation across Yadkin, Davidson, Davie, Stokes, and Forsyth counties. The program begins with a virtual orientation on March 15, followed by monthly in-person sessions from March through June. Classroom topics cover business setup, product selection, cost and income estimation, market research, risk management, and farm regulations. ● March 15 - Zoom Orientation, 6:30 p.m. ● March 22 - NC Cooperative Extension, Yadkin County Center, Yadkinville ● April 26 - NC Cooperative Extension, Davidson County Center, Lexington ● May 24 - NC Cooperative Extension, Davie County Center, Mocksville ● June 28 - NC Cooperative Extension, Forsyth County Center (and Stokes County farm tours), Tobaccoville ● July TBD - Graduation Dinner, TBD “Go to NC Farm School,” said Timothy Davis, without hesitation, when asked about his NCFS experience. “You learn

Danbury, NC · 1d

WAVY News 10

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Three Jefferson Forest High School student-athletes signed their NLI

FOREST, Va. (WFXR) — Three Jefferson Forest High School softball players signed their national letter of intent. Kimber Spence will play at Radford, Ashleigh Johnson is off to Virginia and Taya Hall is heading to Morgan State.

Forest, VA · 6h

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Lynchburg City Schools data show disciplinary issues, long-term suspensions increase

LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ) - New data from Lynchburg City Schools show the number of disciplinary issues rose by about 500 compared with this time last year, according to school board documents. That’s a nearly 20% increase. Long-term suspensions and expulsion referrals also rose, from 60 last year to 165...

Lynchburg, VA · 1d

Fighting Gobbler

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Dan Lanning lurking in the woods to flip 4-star Virginia Tech 2027 commit

Virginia Tech football Class of 2027 commit JP Jones-Priest is reportedly taking a visit to Oregon this weekend.

Blacksburg, VA · 1d

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Auburn football returns to playoffs two years after canceled varsity season

RINER, Va. (WDBJ) - Two years after Auburn High School canceled its varsity football season because of a lack of players, the Eagles are headed to the playoffs — and will host a postseason game for the first time in 40 years. Auburn finished the regular season 7-3 and...

Riner, VA · 12h

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2026 high school football playoff brackets set

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - The 2026 high school football playoff matchups are set, with area schools vying to become state champions. Friday Football Extra w/ Dave Walls will have all the action up to the state championships Friday nights at 11 pm on WDBJ7!. Here are the matchups, listed by...

Roanoke, VA · 2d

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Let the games begin: High School playoff brackets set

ROANOKE, Va. – The high school football regular season is officially in the rearview with teams ready to tackle the postseason. The playoffs begin the week of November 9 with the region quarterfinals round. Below you’ll find matchup brackets for regions that include the local teams regularly featured on 1st and 10. Four teams enter the VHSL postseason as undefeated top seeds in the region while Roanoke Catholic is the top seed for VISAA DII-A!

Roanoke, VA · 3d

New Castle Record

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Supervisors honor Craig County High School football team

The Craig County High School football team is on a roll, and the county’s Board of Supervisors wanted to make sure that the current gridiron glory days will not be forgotten. At their monthly meeting last Thursday, the Craig County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution establishing Rockets Day...

Craig County, VA · 1d

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Henry County parent launches petition opposing proposed Campbell Court Elementary closure

HENRY COUNTY, Va. (WSET) — A Henry County parent is pushing back against a proposal to close Campbell Court Elementary School, launching a petition urging school officials to reconsider the plan. Margaret Collins, whose third- and fifth-grade children both have autism and attend Campbell Court, says the school has...

Henry County, VA · 15h

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Averett's Julie Brown to head Roanoke Higher Ed Center

A long-time workforce development leader in Danville is moving to a big post in Roanoke. Dr. Julie Brown will become the new Executive Director at the Roanoke Higher Education Center at the first of the year. She currently serves as Provost at Averett University. “Dr. Julie Brown brings an exceptional...

Roanoke, VA · 3d

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Roanoke educators push for collective bargaining with school board

ROANOKE, Va. (WDBJ) - Dozens of Roanoke City Public Schools employees gathered outside the school system’s headquarters Tuesday to urge school board members to hear their concerns and consider collective bargaining. The Roanoke Education Association is pushing to form a union and negotiate a collective bargaining agreement with the...

Roanoke, VA · 1d

WAVY News 10

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Virginia Beach School Board reallocates reserve funds to HVAC and staff wellness

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — The Virginia Beach School Board has provided an update on funding. On Tuesday evening, Matthew Cummings proposed an amendment on the handling of reserve funds. Following a 9-1 vote, the Virginia Beach School Board passed the amendment. Instead of $3 million going towards a cross-country trail, the following will be […]

Virginia Beach, VA · 1d

WAVY News 10

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Norview Middle School mourns the loss of beloved math teacher

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – Students and faculty with Norfolk Public Schools are mourning the loss of beloved teacher, Sheavona Bagley. In a statement on Facebook, school officials say Bagley began her journey with Norview Middle School in 2022 as a long-term guest teacher. Officials say she most recently taught math. Officials say they will have […]

Norfolk, VA · 3d

WTKR News 3

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After-school program provides Norfolk children with meals and music

Leaders say the program is focused on supporting local children and families both inside and outside the classroom — and that the need extends beyond families in the most difficult circumstances.

Norfolk, VA · 1d

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Virginia State University has historic fall enrollment

Enrollment has declined at some Virginia colleges and universities recently — but not at the commonwealth’s public historically Black colleges and universities, following a national trend. Last month, Virginia State University, just north of Petersburg, announced record enrollment. This fall, the school welcomed the largest freshman class in...

Petersburg, VA · 3d

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Brick by Brick: PA’s JV football team finds success after seven years

On Oct. 1, 2026, PA’s junior varsity football team won their first game in seven years, defeating Kellam High School, 20-6. For this season, the JV football team has been focusing on making a difference by improving the mental aspects and team dynamics to better their chemistry and further their accomplishments.

Virginia Beach, VA · 4d

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Full Circle at Salem: The Resturn of Michaela Gilchrist

For most high school graduates, returning to their alma mater is a trip down memory lane; for Michaela Gilchrist, it’s her new office. Gilchrist graduated from Salem in 2003 and went on to pursue a postsecondary degree in communications at Virginia Tech. Little did she know she would be back 23 years later as our newest assistant principal.

Virginia Beach, VA · 6d

WAVY News 10

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Internet disruption hits Norfolk Public Schools and municipal offices

NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) – Norfolk Public Schools restored internet and phone service Thursday morning after a technical outage affected all district facilities. According to a news release from the school district, the interruption began at approximately 8:23 a.m. and was resolved by 9:42 a.m. Preliminary information from internet service provider Spectrum indicates that work at […]

Norfolk, VA · 7d